International Picnic Day is coming up! 🧺

The sun’s peeking through, we're in the last term of school, and there’s a whole day dedicated to gingham blankets, sticky fingers, and open-air snacking. International Picnic Day is just around the corner (June 18th!) and we’re here for the sunhats, sunshine, and snack-time adventures.

At Little Hotdog Watson, we believe everyday play deserves a little celebration, and what better way than packing up your basket, popping on your hat, and heading outdoors?

Picnics aren't just about sandwiches (though we do love them). They’re about family time, fresh air, and freedom to explore. Whether it’s your back garden, the local park, or a blanket on the beach - every outdoor moment is a chance to imagine, laugh, and have fun. Plus, with our sun-safe, bug-busting, and adventure-ready hats, your Little Hotdog stays protected while they explore every corner of the great outdoors.

But what actually makes the perfect picnic? We’ve got a few thoughts…

Pick the right spot 🌿

You don’t need to travel far. A picnic can happen anywhere:

• Your garden (easy clean-up ✅).

• The local park (bonus points if there’s a climbing frame).

• A patch of forest, riverside, or even your living room if the weather’s doing its British best.

Top tip: look for dappled shade and soft grass. Somewhere your Little Hotdog can roam freely, snack frequently, and lie back to cloud-gaze.

Picnic Essentials 🧺

A few little extras can go a long way...

• A waterproof blanket (for when the grass is slightly wet).

• Easy-grab, finger-friendly food (think fruit skewers, cheese chunks, and anything in a wrap).

• Reusable cutlery and cups.

• Baby wipes (glorious, sticky-finger-saving baby wipes).

• A Little Hotdog Watson Hat, naturally 😉

Add a little magic 💫

It doesn’t take much to turn your picnic into an adventure. Try:

• A Nature Scavenger Hunt (find 5 leaves, 3 bugs, and 1 wild giggle).

• Mini books or a story session under the trees.

• A jar for collecting “treasures” (feathers, pebbles, tiny pinecones).

• Pretend play - fairy tea parties and teddy bear banquets welcome!

Why take a Little Hotdog Watson hat on your picnics with you? 🧢

• UV Protection: Our Summer Hats have built-in UPF50+ protection to guard against the sun’s rays—even on cloudy days.

• Buzz Off Fabric: Nifty protection from mosquitoes with in-built ‘Buzz Off’ repellent. Help keep the buzzies away from the face and neck during snack time.

• Temperature Regulation: Lightweight, breathable fabric prevents little heads from overheating. Fabric adapts to keep adventurers' temperature 'just right'.

• Fun, Bold Prints: Eye-catching enough to spot in a crowd (or in the long grass!), and playful enough that kids actually want to wear them.

• Adventure-Proof: Machine washable and durable. Little Hotdog Watson hats are performance tested to ensure they stay looking good ready for their next adventure.

Wherever you are on June 18th - lay out your blanket, pass round the snacks, and celebrate the magic of everyday play.

Tag your picnics with @littlehotdogwatson - we’d love to see your setups this International Picnic Day! 🧺🍓🍦